Can Malaysians enter casinos in South Korea?
Yes, Malaysians can enter casinos in South Korea as foreign visitors. Paradise Casino is reserved for foreign nationals2, and Seven Luck is open to foreigners only1. Both rest on the Tourism Promotion Act: Articles 28 and 29 set the documents foreigners and overseas Koreans must show2.
We found no source on visas or permitted stay for Malaysian passport holders, so this guide does not state them. Ask the Korean embassy before you book.
What age and ID do you need for a South Korean casino?
You must be 191 and carry a passport. Paradise lists the passport as mandatory2 and warns that admission may be refused if your length of stay cannot be confirmed.
| Item | Rule | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum age | 191 | Seven Luck, Paradise City |
| ID for foreign visitors | Passport mandatory2 | Paradise Casino guide |
| Koreans | Barred at the foreigner-only casinos1 | Seven Luck |
| Overseas Koreans | Passport plus permanent resident card2 | Paradise Casino guide |
Which South Korean casinos does this guide cover?
Four, each with its own page. The count of foreigner-only casinos nationwide was 17 in a 2021 report4, so this is a partial list.
| Casino | Operator | Who may enter | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Casino Walkerhill, Seoul | Paradise | Foreigners only | Paradise Walkerhill |
| Paradise City, Incheon | Paradise | Foreigners only | Paradise City Incheon |
| Seven Luck, Gangnam COEX, Seoul | Grand Korea Leisure5 | Foreigners only | Seven Luck Gangnam |
| Kangwon Land, Jeongseon | Kangwon Land | Koreans, plus a foreigner-only floor | Kangwon Land |
Paradise also lists casinos in Busan and Jeju2. We have not researched them.
Why is Kangwon Land the exception?
Kangwon Land is the one South Korean casino where local residents may gamble3. In February 2025 it added a dedicated foreigner-only gaming zone3. Its page covers what foreign visitors can and cannot confirm.
What are the house rules in the foreigner-only casinos?
The foreigner-only casinos in South Korea follow similar house rules. Both Paradise and Seven Luck run 24 hours a day, all year2. Neither sets a strict dress code. Paradise forbids cameras, electronic devices and metal objects2 inside, so ask staff what to leave at the entrance.
At Paradise, smoking at tables is banned and separate zones exist6. Entry can be refused for excessive drinking or disputes6.
Can you pay in ringgit at a South Korean casino?
Paying in ringgit at a South Korean casino is not confirmed. Paradise City says slot machines and electronic tables take won cash or exclusive tickets6, while chips can be bought with a credit card or foreign currency at the cashier. No source we read says whether ringgit is accepted or what exchange rate applies, so plan to hold won.
How do South Korean casinos compare with Genting?
South Korean casinos and Genting differ in who may enter. Genting Highlands is a local trip for Malaysians; Korean casinos need a flight, a passport and a 19-plus age check. Our Genting guide covers the Malaysian side, and the casinos abroad hub compares destinations. Our Macau and Philippines guides cover two other destinations that also need a flight.
At every one of these tables the house keeps an edge, and betting patterns do not change it. Set a limit before you go and read our responsible gambling page.